Trump admin. voices alarm as Israel strikes Syrian capital Damascus
Secretary of State Rubio says the U.S. is "very concerned" by expanding Israeli strikes targeting Syria's new government, and he wants "the fighting to stop."
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Putin rewards U.S. man with a Russian passport for spying in Ukraine
A Russian official says American Daniel Martindale has been rewarded with citizenship for spying on Ukraine, "by decree of our President Vladimir Putin."
Russia calls Trump's demand for Ukraine ceasefire in 50 days unacceptable
As Trump demands a deal to end the Ukraine war in 50 days, Russia's deputy foreign minister says "demands, especially ultimatums, are unacceptable."
Which countries could Trump hit with 100% tariffs over ties with Russia?
More than a dozen countries stand in the crosshairs of Trump's threat to impose 100% tariffs over their economic ties to Russia.
Palestinian-American beaten to death in West Bank, family says
Palestinian-American Saifullah Kamel Musallet, 20, was visiting family in the West Bank when he was beaten to death by Israeli settlers, his family told CBS News.
10 children among 15 killed in Israeli strike at Gaza clinic, charity says
Trump's meetings with the Israeli leader have brought no apparent breakthrough for a ceasefire in Gaza, where the bloodshed continues unabated.
U.S. weapons flowing again to Ukraine, but not fast enough
An U.S. official says some weapons shipments to Ukraine have resumed, as the country's leader seeks more urgent support from his partners.
Russia launches huge attack on Ukraine, dismisses Trump's criticism
Ukrainian officials say at least 8 people were killed in Russia's biggest drone and missile attack to date, as the Kremlin says it is "quite calm" about Trump's mounting criticism.
Trump calls out Putin for stalled peace talks
Parts of Ukraine were on fire overnight after Russia launched its largest drone attack on Ukraine since the war unfolded more than three years ago. Just hours earlier, President Trump directly called out Vladimir Putin for stalled peace talks. Weijia Jiang reports.
Houthi attack on cargo ship kills 3 mariners, European naval force says
Yemen's Houthi rebels killed 3 mariners with an attack on a ship in the Red Sea, a European naval force says, fueling concern over a possible new wave of attacks by the Iran-backed group.
Ukraine accuses 2 Chinese men of trying to steal info on missile system
Ukraine has detained a Chinese man and his son and accused them of trying to smuggle info on a guided missile system back to Beijing.
Trump meets Netanyahu for a second time amid hope for a Gaza ceasefire
Israeli strikes reportedly kill dozens as Trump pushes for a Gaza ceasefire with Israel's visiting leader — which can't come soon enough for Palestinians, and many Israelis.
Trump and Netanyahu meet with prospect of Gaza peace deal on table
Trump has made it clear that he wants an Israel-Hamas ceasefire to be his next diplomatic achievement. Can he convince Netanyahu the time is right to make a deal?
Russia's ex-transport minister found dead hours after Putin fired him
Russia's state-run media say ex-Minister of Transport Roman Starovoy likely killed himself hours after being fired by President Vladimir Putin.
2 American aid workers injured at food distribution site in Gaza
The controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation said, without providing proof, that Hamas had attacked an aid site.
Ukraine kills top Russian commander, but frets about Trump's aid cuts
Ukraine killed a senior Russian navy commander in a strike, but it may do little to ease anxiety over diminishing support from the White House.
Is Trump really close to securing an Israel-Hamas ceasefire for Gaza?
Trump says Israel has agreed to conditions for a Gaza ceasefire and he's urging Hamas to back it, but neither side has committed to anything yet.
As Trump hopes for peace, Israel steps up Gaza attacks
President Trump says he hopes to see a Gaza ceasefire in days, as Israeli forces are accused of killing dozens of people in intensified operations.
U.S. revokes U.K. band's visas over anti-Israel chant at Glastonbury
The BBC says it regrets not cutting off the Glastonbury festival live stream of punk-rap duo Bob Vylan's performance, which included an anti-Israel chant.
CBS News' producer in Iran on seeing the war coming, and an uncertain future
CBS News' Seyed Rahim Bathaei has covered Iran for more than 35 years, and he expected the tension with Israel to boil over eventually. He didn't expect the United States to get so involved.
Iran holds first state funerals for military leaders, nuclear scientists
Mourners gathered in Tehran for the funeral of top Iranian commanders and scientists killed in a 12-day war with Israel.
U.S. to give $30M to Gaza aid group called a "death trap" by U.N.
Trump administration announces $30 million in funding for the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, which the U.N. calls a "death trap" for Palestinians.
Iran's leader claims victory over Israel and the U.S.
U.S. intel agencies say Iran's nuclear program is in tatters. Israel killed 30 Iranian military commanders. But Iran's supreme leader has a different take on the 12-day war.
Israel-Iran truce holds, but Iran threatens to accelerate nuclear work
Israel drops all war-time restrictions, freeing people to return to their lives under a ceasefire with Iran, but uncertainty over the impact of 12 days of war leaves room for anxiety.
Trump says Iran-Israel ceasefire in effect after early violations
President Trump accused Israel and Iran of violating a ceasefire, but then said it was "in effect" after a phone call with Israel's leader.
European leaders to join Zelenskyy for White House meeting with Trump
European leaders will join Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for his crucial meeting with President Trump in Washington on Monday.
Texas Democrats who fled the state over redistricting bill begin returning
Texas Democratic lawmakers who fled the state to deny a quorum are making their way back, each on their own timeline, multiple sources familiar with the matter told CBS News.
Rubio says "both sides are going to have to make concessions" to end Ukraine war
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "both sides are going to have to make concessions" to end Russia's war in Ukraine.
Protesters in Israel strike to demand ceasefire and hostages' release
Protesters in Israel escalated their ongoing campaign on Sunday to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza.
Capturing the melting of glaciers, with data and art
For more than 40 years, glaciologist Mauri Pelto has been measuring shrinking glaciers in Washington State. He's been joined by his daughter, artist-scientist Jill Pelto, whose watercolors provide another view of the drastically-changing landscape.
Putin agreed to allow NATO-style protection for Ukraine, Trump envoy says
Special U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff says Russian leader Vladimir Putin agreed to allow the U.S. and Europe to offer Ukraine a security guarantee resembling NATO's collective defense mandate.
Hurricane Erin restrengthens to Category 4 storm
Erin is the first hurricane to develop over the Atlantic this year, and meteorologists are closely tracking its path and forecast.
Air Canada flight attendants refuse to end strike, airline delays restart plan
The strike, which began on Saturday morning, stranded more than 100,000 travelers around the world during the peak summer travel season.
U.S. tourist attacked by a shark while spearfishing in the Bahamas
The shark attack happened near Big Grand Cay on the island of Abaco, Bahamas, on Sunday, police said.